Representative Mike Bost, Republican from Illinois

Mike Bost

Representative · Illinois · Republican

Mike Bost

Biography
Mike Bost, a former firefighter and small business owner, represents Illinois’s 12th Congressional District in the U.S. House of Representatives, first elected in 2014. He focuses on veterans’ affairs, rural economic development, and protecting Second Amendment rights. As Chair of the House Veterans’ Affairs Committee, Bost has led bipartisan efforts to expand healthcare and benefits for veterans, and has helped secure infrastructure funding for Southern Illinois. Known for his direct communication and practical problem-solving, Bost aims to ensure his district’s voices are heard in Washington.
Education
  • Certified Firefighter II, University of Illinois Fire Academy, Champaign, IL
    1993
Professional History

  • U.S. Representative

    2015-Present

    Representing Illinois's 12th district

  • Firefighter, Murphysboro Fire Department

    1993–2018

  • Member, Illinois House of Representatives

    1995–2015

  • Truck Manager/driver, Bost Trucking Service

    1982–92

  • Small Business Owner

Policy Focus
Armed Forces and National Security48%
Government Operations and Politics8%
Transportation and Public Works8%
Public Lands and Natural Resources6%
Notable Legislation

Key legislative actions from Mike Bost's record in Congress.

  • Veterans Affairs Reform

    Co-sponsored and helped pass the VA Accountability and Whistleblower Protection Act to improve accountability at the Department of Veterans Affairs.

  • Rural Broadband Expansion

    Supported funding and legislation to expand high-speed internet access to underserved rural communities in Southern Illinois.

  • Agriculture Support

    Advocated for Southern Illinois farmers in the 2018 Farm Bill, securing provisions for crop insurance and rural development.

  • First Responders Funding

    Secured federal grants for local fire departments and emergency responders through the Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program.

Committee Assignments
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  • House Committee on Veterans' AffairsChair
  • House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure
  • House Committee on Agriculture

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